Long-term side effects of COVID-19 infection, also known as #LongCOVID. Can range from loss of smell and taste, feeling tired and weak, to brain fog. However, many people may notice that they are losing more hair than usual. In clumps while combing or washing their hair. Reports have shown that many patients have symptoms of #Telogen Effluvium due to COVID-19 infection.
Hair loss cycle. Normally, about 90% of the hair on the scalp is in the growing phase called Anagen for about 3-7 years and about 10% is in the final phase called Telogen for about 2-6 months. This is the phase where the hair enters the shedding phase. And falls out of the follicle before the hair enters the growing phase again and starts the cycle anew.
On average, we shed about 100 to 150 strands of hair per day. However, when we experience stress, such as a COVID-19 infection. Our bodies can prematurely shift our hair into the telogen efflux phase, potentially causing up to 50% of our hair to enter the final phase.
Hair loss from COVID-19 When the body is infected with a virus or sick from other causes. The body has to devote its energy to fighting the virus or bacteria, making it unable to use nutrients and energy for hair growth. However, the effects of COVID-19 infection that cause hair loss include:
- Weight loss
- Not getting enough nutrients
- Emotional stress
- Poor quality sleep
- Taking certain medications
How long will hair loss last?
The good news is that most cases of partial hair loss will return to normal within about 3 to 6 months after the telogen effluvium is gone and hair growth returns to its normal cycle. Because partial hair loss does not affect the hair follicles, hair can still grow. Exercising, getting enough rest, managing stress appropriately, and eating a well-balanced diet that includes increasing protein intake and drinking enough water may also help improve hair loss.
However, in patients who experience severe hair loss that lasts longer than 4-6 months without any signs of improvement, it is recommended to see a doctor to find the cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Hair loss treatment
- Minoxidil is a commonly used medication for hair loss. It works by dilating blood vessels, allowing more nutrients to flow to the hair shaft and stimulating hair growth.
- Vitamin supplements such as vitamin B7 (biotin), zinc, vitamin D or iron play an important role in hair growth. Supplementing with these nutrients can help reduce hair loss.
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are injections of platelets into the scalp to stimulate hair growth.
- Laser hair removal is the use of laser energy waves to stimulate the hair roots to receive more nutrients and oxygen, increasing strength and accelerating the growth of new hair.
Although hair loss from COVID-19 infection is temporary and symptoms can improve, เว็บพนันออนไลน์ UFABET สมัครง่าย โปรโมชั่นมากมาย hair loss is a complex disease. Therefore, you should consult a specialist to analyze the cause and find the right treatment for each person.